Professor, Student Co-Author Journal Article, Five Students Win Spring Tuition, 49ers4LIFE Blood Drive Today and more

March 17, 2025
Categories: Niner Insider
Photo, by Landry Hutchens, Chloe Gosline leads a book discussion with dance education students Maddie Worsley, Alexis Holloway, and Abbi Gray.

Dance Education Professor, Student Co-author Journal Article

Marissa Nesbit, associate professor of dance education, and dance education student Chloe Gosline co-authored “Finding Truths Through Fiction: Reflecting on Young Adult Literature in Dance Educator Preparation,” recently published in the journal Dance Education in Practice.

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Five Students Won Spring Tuition Through Niner Career Challenge

Five UNC Charlotte students received funding to cover their spring 2025 tuition as winners of the University Career Center’s fourth annual Niner Career Challenge. Congratulations to Grace Asaad, India Clark, Ranaroath Mey, Abhilash Pusapally and Madison Silver.

what you need to know: faculty and staff

  • Academic Affairs Weekly News Digest: Faculty reviewers are needed to participate in rating student work as part of the general education continuous learning process. Learn about the application process, along with other important updates, in this week’s news digest.
  • Truman Finalist: Annabelle Hill, a Levine Scholar and member of the Honors College, is a finalist for the prestigious Truman Scholarship.
  • 49er Mart Upgrade: 49er Mart has been upgraded, including updates to eProcurement, supplier management and more. Visit the 49er Mart message board to learn about these changes and register for the virtual forum from 2 to 4 p.m., Thursday, March 27.
  • Programs with Minors Update: Effective Friday, April 25, all University-sponsored programs and events involving minors will begin utilizing Teamworks, a new software, for program enrollment and administration. As a reminder, all programs involving minors must be reported to the Office of Risk Management and Insurance at least two weeks in advance of the program’s start date. Contact Heather Nance with any questions.

what you need to know: students

  • Centralized Resource: As higher education faces changes, UNC Charlotte has established a centralized resource for the campus community to track updates and information on policies, laws and guidance affecting colleges and universities.
  • Doosan Bobcat STEM Scholarships: Eligible students are encouraged to apply for a Doosan Bobcat STEM Scholarship by submitting an application, resume and letter of recommendation via the scholarship portal by Tuesday, April 1. Twenty tuition scholarships of $3,000 will be awarded to full-time undergraduate students.
  • Apply for Niner Guides: Want to share your love of Charlotte with prospective students and families? Niner Guides applications are open through midnight, Sunday, March 30.
  • Fall OUR Applications: Research looks great on your resume. The Office of Undergraduate Research is now accepting applications for the fall 2025 semester.
  • Student Activity Fees Commission Applications: Apply to be a member of the Student Activity Fees Commission to help oversee more than $2 million in student activity fees, approve funding for student organizations and more. Applications are open until Monday, March 24.
  • You+2 Challenge: Niner Nation Gives is April 8-10. Win exclusive Charlotte gear when you and two others make a gift through your Niner Nation Gives ambassador link.
  • AI Helpful Tips: Enhance your skills with generative AI tools by accessing these training resources.

event spotlight

blood drive

You can be a life saver at the 16th annual 49ers4LIFE Blood Drive! Donate until 3 p.m., today, Monday, March 17, in the Popp Martin Student Union, Room 340. All donors will receive a free long-sleeved T-shirt!

upcoming events: students

  • Green Dot Week: This week, March 17-20, is Green Dot Week. The Center for Wellness Promotion is hosting interactive events across campus all week long.
  • Trivia Night Tomorrow: Last call to register for Trivia Night hosted by the Black Alumni Chapter and the Black Student Union. Earn bragging rights and enjoy free refreshments from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, March 18, at Harris Alumni Center. Registration is required; this event is open to everyone.
  • College Rush Tickets: Want to see the Charlotte Hornets take on the Atlanta Hawks at the Spectrum Center tomorrow night? Sign up for ticket alerts so you don’t miss out on seats priced as low as $14.
  • Virtual Town Hall: Register for the Charlotte Core General Education Program: Annual Review and Future Directions Townhall from 2 to 2:50 p.m., Tuesday, April 8, or 11 to 11:50 a.m., Wednesday, April 9. Bring questions and share your insights to help shape the future of our general education curriculum.
  • Free Tax Prep: Members of the UNC Charlotte community who earn $67,000 or less are invited to have their taxes prepared for free through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Sign-ups are available on the Niner Finances website.

only at charlotte

hamby and hudson

UNC Charlotte’s Jim Hamby and Rick Hudson are among 30 intelligence professionals selected worldwide to attend the prestigious Cambridge Security Initiative International Security and Intelligence Professional Program.

support student crowdfunding

Four crowdfunding clubs

This spring, 12 student organizations are seeking crowdfunded contributions to enable them to improve the quality and reputations of their clubs for themselves and future members. Read how you can support them.

campus resources

join the niner conversation on social media

There are a lot of ways to stay up-to-date and show your Niner pride. Make sure to follow Charlotte on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.

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